Colorectal cancer is becoming more common, but fortunately it is one of the more treatable and curable cancers.
Topics covered include risk factors, signs & symptoms, and treatments for early vs. late stage colorectal cancer.
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Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction
01:21 - Risk Factors
02:54 - How is Colorectal Cancer Detected?
09:13 - Screening Strategies
11:54 - New Advances in Blood Testing
12:57 - Results of Genetic Testing
14:15 - Diagnosis and Treatment
19:40 - Checkpoint Immunotherapy
20:54 - NTRK1, 2 and 3
21:51 - Liquid Biopsy Testing
23:06 - New Therapies & Clinical Trials
24:20 - Summary